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That algorithm was developed in lockstep with dermatologists, and scores pigmentation, wrinkles, texture, redness, UV [damage], acne and oilness.—James Manso, Footwear News, 18 Dec. 2025 This could mean experiencing itching and redness of the vulva, even when your baseline tissue is quite healthy.—Elizabeth Yuko, Flow Space, 17 Dec. 2025 During the attack, the baby fell from the table onto the floor, which later caused swelling to the child’s forehead and redness, prosecutors said.—Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 13 Dec. 2025 Signs of frostbite include redness, pain, numbness, and skin that appears white or waxy.—Brandi D. Addison, Louisville Courier Journal, 12 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for redness
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First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of redness was
before the 12th century
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